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Sporting STL Soccer Tournament Rules Laws of the Game: The tournament shall be played in accordance with the laws of the game observed by USSF/FIFA with the following exceptions listed herein. Eligibility: The tournament is open to USYSA select teams composed of no more than 14 players for U10 and under, 18 players U11-12 (8v8) and 22 players U12 (11v11) and above. There is a maximum of five “guest players” per team. All players must be registered with their state association or US Club and have current player ID cards with picture. Proper travel procedures must be followed. Each team must submit copies of a state or National Associated verified roster and state medical release form for each player. Teams must have guest player forms for state association and permission to travel from your state. A player may play for only one team during the tournament. Exceptions for Player Age: A U-19 player who is currently enrolled in high school is allowed to play on a U-18 team. A U-15 player that is currently enrolled in 8th grade (or lower grade) during his/her high school season is allowed to play on a U-14 team. Check In: All local teams MUST check in electronically by the designated date. All out-of-town teams must check in no later than one hour before their first scheduled game. Player cards will be checked at the main tent 1 hour prior to your first game at the main tent. All identification cards will be collected and reviewed, prior to the game by the Field Marshall. Cards will be held during the game and returned after the game. Substitutions: Unlimited substitutions shall be allowed in accordance with USYSA rules. A player receiving a “yellow” card does not have to be substituted.. No substitutions will be allowed for a player ordered from the field by the referee for misconduct. Any player who receives a “red” card shall not participate in the next scheduled game. Ejections shall be reported to the tournament officials, who reserve the right to lengthen the suspensions based on the seriousness of the offense. Point System: The following point system will be used to determine winners within each division throughout preliminary games: A) 6 points for a win B) 3 points for a tie C) 0 points for a loss D) 1 point for a shut out E) 1 point for each goal, 3 goal maximum F) Minus 1 goal per a red card received by a player or coach Tie Breakers: In the event of teams being tied in the preliminary round standings, the following procedure shall be used to determine the group winner: A) Winner of head-to-head competition B) Goal differential (3 goal maximum) C) Fewest goals allowed D) Number of shut outs E) Penalty kicks (USSF Rules) Overtime: Any game that ends in a tie that requires a winner for advancement will be decided by the following: a) Two five-minute overtime periods and then, b) Penalty kicks per FIFA rules. Forfeits: Any team that fails to report for play ten minutes after the scheduled game time shall forfeit the game (as determined by the referee). Any team that abandons a game prior to its conclusion shall forfeit the game. Team coaches are required to be license and have a background check as required by their association, any team not in compliance will forfeit the game. A team that forfeits a game shall not be allowed to move on in play. The team declared a winner by forfeit shall be awarded a win by the score of 3-0.
Length of Games: The Tournament Director may change the duration or length of games, subject to the following: a) inclement weather, b) delay from relocation and/or rescheduling of any games, c) may cancel any games in the preliminary rounds which have no bearing on deciding group winners, d) may modify rules for tie breaks due to inclement weather delays. Preliminary, semis, and finals game lengths: U-8 through U-12 8v8 …………….25 minute halves U-11 through U-14 11v11 …………...30 minute halves U-15 through U-19…………………...35 minute halves Mercy Rule shall apply for U-8 - U-10 age groups. The mercy rule states, whenever there is an 8-goal differential, it will be considered a complete game. Player Uniforms: All players except the goalkeeper must have a numbered jersey that has a different number from all other team players. The team listed first will be considered the “home team.” Home team should wear white or light colors, and must change jerseys in case of conflicts (as determined by the referee). Home team shall supply the game ball. All equipment shall be subject to the referee’s approval. All fans must sit on the opposite side of the field as the teams. Protests: No protests will be heard concerning judgment calls made by referees. A designated Coach can make a protests, and must be made in writing and submitted in duplicate with $100.00 cash. Protests must be made within 60 minutes of the end of the game in question. All protests shall be ruled upon by the start of the participants’ next game. The protest fee ($100) is not refundable if the protest is not upheld. Scheduling: Shall be the sole responsibility of the Tournament Committee. Refund Policy: Entry fee is due at the time of registration. Confirmation of acceptance will be provided. Teams which withdraw after acceptance will forfeit their entry fee. The tournament director and board shall have the authority to cancel or change game duration in the event of weather. Complete cancellation of the tournament shall result in a refund of $250.00 or higher. Cancellation of games in the tournament after it has begun will be based on $75.00 per game not played ($225.00 max). Travel costs incurred by teams accepted into the tournament are not the responsibility of the host club. Teams travel at their own risk. Weather Contingency: We will do whatever possible to play all games as scheduled. Should rain and/or lightning be so severe that we must use this weather contingency, the Tournament Board may use any of the following rules at their discretion: A) Preliminary round play games will be shortened as deemed necessary. B) IF rain does not permit time to shorten games, then 11v 11 FIFA style penalty kicks to determine preliminary round games will be used. If tied at the end of 11 shooters then the same 11 will shoot in a sudden death round (8v8 will follow the same format). Semifinals and finals will be played at full length if at all possible. Please consult the website at www.sportingstl.com for updates concerning game times. Everyone will be responsible for being at his or her designated field unless otherwise notified.
Revised 10/15
